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JOB INFORMATION
Job Description Name:
Physician Assistant I- BWH Orthopedic Surgery
JOB SUMMARY
(Describe below the primary purpose and function of this job)
The Physician Assistant (PA) is a licensed provider. The PA is responsible for the assessment and management of various populations of patients, medical and/or surgical, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, development of appropriate plans of care and ongoing evaluation.
Essential Functions (Key Roles & Responsibilities)
Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to a designated patient population in the ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural setting
Performs complete histories and physical examinations
Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests
Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings
Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures
Consistently provides high quality and timely documentation including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, operative notes and discharge summaries
Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Degree
Field of Study
Required/Preferred
And/Or
Master’s Degree
PA
required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Certifications
Licenses/Certifications
Time Frame
Required/ Preferred
And/Or
Certified Physician Assistant (State License)
upon hire
required
Work Experience
Experience Details
Years of Experience
Required/ Preferred
And/Or
experience as a physician assistant
0-1 year
preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings
Ability to maintain quality control standards
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures
Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demand
N/A = (0%)
Rarely (<2%)
Occasionally (3-33%)
Frequently (34-66%)
Constantly (67-100%)
Weight
Standing
X
Walking
X
Sitting
X
Lifting
X
Carrying
X
Pushing
X
Pulling
X
Climbing
X
Balancing
X
Stooping
X
Kneeling
X
Crouching
X
Crawling
X
Reaching
X
Handling
X
Grasping
X
Feeling
X
Talking
X
Hearing
X
Vision – Near
X
Vision – Far
X
Repetitive Motions
X
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination
X
ADDENDUM:
The Physician Assistant in the BWH Department of Orthopedic Surgery will work with several orthopedic surgeons as well as various fellows and residents in the Trauma Division. This role will primarily be to cover ambulatory side of practice/division. Time may be divided between the inpatient setting, outpatient clinic, operating room, and administrative tasks for patient care.
While the PA can expect a relatively predictable work schedule planned in advance whenever possible, scheduling variations may occur in order to cover clinical needs as they become apparent to the department/division/clinic. The PA may be asked to assist with coverage for other physicians, primarily within their division. Permanent adjustments to work schedule/location/type may occur as needs of department change over time. Additionally, the PA may cover various ambulatory clinic sites, surgicenters, and hospitals which may change over time based on need.
The PA will perform in accordance with all state and federal regulations and institutional policies including but not limited to the BWH PA Scope of Practice, Prescriptive Guidelines, approved clinical privileges, and BWH PA policy.
The PA in orthopedic surgery must have the ability to work in a high stress clinical environment and must be able to take direction well. The PA should demonstrate good ethical judgement and be a team player.
Work will require exposure to radiation, needles and other sharps, and possibly surgical cement. Prolonged standing and fast paced environment can be expected. Will require travel to multiple work sites.
Massachusetts Controlled Substance Certificate, DEA licensure, and NCCPA certification required.
Must complete 100 hours of CME every 2 years according to national and state regulations.
BLS and ACLS certification are required upon hire/at initial appointment. Thereafter the PA must maintain BLS certification, but ACLS certification is optional.
PA I
The PA I may precept PA students after 2 years of PA experience and 1 year of orthopedic experience.
The PA I may take PA shadow requests per hospital and department guidelines after 1 year of PA experience.
EEO Statement
BWH is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives, and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.